Strategy Associate – In-House Opportunity

Darwin Hawkins; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Hawkins is seeking a Strategy Associate to join its in‑house corporate strategy team in Dublin on a hybrid basis. The role offers a salary of €75k-€85k DOE plus bonus and benefits, with exposure to senior leadership and global strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate will bring 2-4 years in strategy consulting, strong analytical capability and a passion for transitioning into an in‑house corporate strategy role within a large multinational.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' experience in strategy consulting, ideally within a leading consulting firm
• Experience delivering corporate strategy, commercial strategy, market entry, growth strategy or strategic transformation projects
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with experience developing commercial insights and strategic recommendations
• Excellent financial and commercial acumen, including experience analysing markets, business performance and growth opportunities
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and present complex information clearly
• An interest in transitioning from consulting into an in‑house strategy role within a large international business

Responsibilities

• Corporate Strategy - Supporting the development and execution of strategic initiatives across international business units
• Growth Strategy - Evaluating new markets, commercial opportunities and potential areas for business expansion
• Commercial Analysis - Conducting detailed financial and commercial analysis to support strategic investment and business decisions
• Market Intelligence - Analysing industry developments, competitor activity and emerging market trends to identify opportunities and risks
• Strategic Projects - Working on cross‑functional projects that address key commercial and operational priorities
• Senior Leadership Engagement - Developing strategic recommendations, presentations and business cases for senior management
• Long‑Term Planning - Supporting strategic planning, scenario analysis and the assessment of future business opportunities

Job description

Job Title: Strategy Associate - In-House Opportunity

Location: Dublin (Hybrid)

Salary: €75k - €85k DOE plus bonus and benefits

Our Client

Our client is a large, highly regarded multinational organisation with a significant international presence. The business offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Strategy Consultant to move into an in‑house corporate strategy position, with exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision‑making across a global organisation.

Why should you apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Strategy Consultant from a leading consulting firm to transition into industry and develop their career within a global multinational.

Unlike traditional consulting roles, this position offers the opportunity to become directly involved in the strategic direction of a business, working on commercial initiatives and seeing the impact of strategic recommendations over the longer term.

You will gain exposure to senior decision‑makers, work across international markets and develop a strong understanding of how a large multinational operates. The company also offers excellent long‑term career development and progression opportunities.

Who should apply?

We are particularly interested in speaking with Strategy Consultants currently working within leading strategy consulting firms, including top‑tier strategy consultancies, Big 4 strategy teams and other well‑regarded consulting practices.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2-4 years' experience in strategy consulting, ideally within a leading consulting firm
• Experience delivering corporate strategy, commercial strategy, market entry, growth strategy or strategic transformation projects
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with experience developing commercial insights and strategic recommendations
• Excellent financial and commercial acumen, including experience analysing markets, business performance and growth opportunities
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and present complex information clearly
• An interest in transitioning from consulting into an in‑house strategy role within a large international business

Role and Reporting Lines

Working within the Corporate Strategy team, you will support strategic initiatives across the organisation and work closely with senior stakeholders on projects that influence the future direction of the business.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Corporate Strategy - Supporting the development and execution of strategic initiatives across international business units
• Growth Strategy - Evaluating new markets, commercial opportunities and potential areas for business expansion
• Commercial Analysis - Conducting detailed financial and commercial analysis to support strategic investment and business decisions
• Market Intelligence - Analysing industry developments, competitor activity and emerging market trends to identify opportunities and risks
• Strategic Projects - Working on cross‑functional projects that address key commercial and operational priorities
• Senior Leadership Engagement - Developing strategic recommendations, presentations and business cases for senior management
• Long‑Term Planning - Supporting strategic planning, scenario analysis and the assessment of future business opportunities